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The Liar's Daughter

By: Megan Cooley Peterson
Narrated by: Melissa Moran
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Piper was raised in a cult. She just doesn't know it.

Seventeen-year-old Piper knows that Father is a Prophet. Infallible. The chosen one.

She would do anything for Father. That's why she takes care of all her little sisters. That's why she runs end-of-the-world drills. That's why she never asks questions. Because Father knows best.

Until the day he doesn't. Until the day the government raids the compound and separates Piper from her siblings, from Mother, from the Aunts, from all of Father's followers - even from Caspian, the boy she loves.

Now Piper is living Outside. Among Them.

With a woman They claim is her real mother - a woman They say Father stole her from.

But Piper knows better. And Piper is going to escape.

©2019 Megan Cooley Peterson (P)2019 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Bullying & Abuse Difficult Situations Family Family & Relationships Literature & Fiction Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Physical & Emotional Abuse Thrillers & Suspense Exciting Feel-Good Heartfelt

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"There’s something so morbidly fascinating about cults. As the nonfiction editor here at Audible, I’ve listened to my fair share of nonfiction stories about these kinds of groups, but never really made the plunge into fictional accounts. Told in a dual timeline, this debut from Meghan Cooley Peterson was dark and suspenseful, with just the right amount of intrigue and emotion—which was only amplified by Melissa Moran’s performance. And, it’s paired with a deeply personal and touching author’s note at the end of the story.Anyone interested in cults or the deprogramming that occurs after leaving would be doing themselves a disservice to skip this one."
—Michael C., Audible Editor

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I was riveted right from the start, and it did not disappoint throughout. I will definitely recommend to all my friend.

Tremendous story

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It's a great story but I'm realizing how little patience I would have in Jeanie's place. I got SO FRUSTRATED with Piper through the whole book. And it obviously wasn't her fault that she was so brainwashed but MY GOD. The obvious lies and her loved ones giving her real reasons to question what she was told and she's like, naw, I love my parents, they are gods. *screams in frustration*

The ending is sad and beautiful and I'm relieved because I wasn't sure she was going to get there.

The thing about cults is their clear hypocrisy. You can't blindly trust anyone, except me, the Cult Leader. You can't have sex or worldly possessions. But I can because I'm the Cult Leader. You must suffer and starve but I need my strength to lead you idiots. The hypocrisy is so blatant but they explain everything away. I get so angry. Don't you??

Anyway...it brought me to tears in the end and I recommend it if you can get through the Rollercoaster of emotions.

Good but...

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the perspective the book takes is so interesting because we know she’s in a cult, but she doesn’t. it was so interesting, albeit mildly heartbreaking, to see her slowly uncover the reality of her life. not necessarily my favorite book of all time, but if cults & true crime podcast are your thing you’ll definitely like this one

solid for true crime fans

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Enjoyed the Story and was fascinated by the authors notes at the end. It’s very healing listening to other peoples traumatic storys from life and how they’ve overcome and healed.
I absolutely LOVED Melissa Moran’s narration of this book. I will look for more books read by her.

Must listen for anyone who’s been manipulated or controlled

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If you have read the book synopsis and it sounds interesting to you, then I highly recommend you get this.
I’ve read several true cult stories (such as Jonestown), as well as read about the psychology of them. This novel puts a relatable human face to those types of situations. I was also impressed at how the situations were laid out without feeling like they were associated with any particular “real world” group or cult, thus giving a feeling of relatability without the probability of ruffling any feathers.

The story is well written, accessible for a wide range of reader experience, and I highly recommend.

**Some Spoilers**

The descriptions of how Piper felt during her experiences and memories was very well described. As someone who has dissociative moments in my life, I started unexpectedly connecting with Piper and also relooking at my own ways I have tried to deal with it in the past. So if you get this book and find yourself struggling to listen to it because of the subject matter relatability, please seek someone to safely and healthily help you. You are not alone.

Deeper and More Constructive Than I Expected

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I bupassed this book several times but im SO glad I didnt bypass it today!!! Ive been missing out on a wonderful book!!!

great read!!!

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This is really a sad story, what was done to these ppl and the mental health issues it caused, but the story is sooo good. It had me wondering the whole time what should happen and making me not want to put the book down at all!! And how brain washed these people were and how sad that was. Excellent book! Wish I could give more then 5 stars and narrators great too!!

Wow!! So good!

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This was a great book, I listened to the whole thing in less than 24 hours. I loved the “before” and “after” points of view.

Could not stop listening

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I found this book suggested after I read a book called, Corrine. The “cults” that follow religion are insane. I felt so awful for Piper as she tried to figure things out. It was such a great book.

Wow

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Very interesting read. Felt so sorry for the kids, that they were living in fear of those who said they love them. I will never understand how you can be cruel to kids.

brainwash

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